Sigma EX 18-50mm F2.8 DC HSM Macro vs Tamron SP 17-35mm F2.8-4 Di
This is a full comparison between the lenses Sigma EX 18-50mm F2.8 DC HSM Macro and Tamron SP 17-35mm F2.8-4 Di .
Compare Specifications
Product |
Sigma EX 18-50mm F2.8 DC HSM Macro |
Tamron SP 17-35mm F2.8-4 Di |
| Name | Sigma EX 18-50mm F2.8 DC HSM Macro | Tamron SP 17-35mm F2.8-4 Di |
| Manufacturer | Sigma | Tamron |
| SKU | ||
Release Date and Price |
Sigma EX 18-50mm F2.8 DC HSM Macro |
Tamron SP 17-35mm F2.8-4 Di |
| Release Year | 2006 | 2004 |
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| MSRP | N/A | N/A |
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Lens Type |
Sigma EX 18-50mm F2.8 DC HSM Macro |
Tamron SP 17-35mm F2.8-4 Di |
| Lens Type |
Standard / Normal Macro |
Wide Angle Lens |
| Zoom or Prime | Zoom lens | Zoom lens |
Mount and Compatibility |
Sigma EX 18-50mm F2.8 DC HSM Macro |
Tamron SP 17-35mm F2.8-4 Di |
| Mount | Nikon F | Canon EFNikon F |
| Designed for APS-C sensor | Yes | No (Suitable for all sensors) |
Focus |
Sigma EX 18-50mm F2.8 DC HSM Macro |
Tamron SP 17-35mm F2.8-4 Di |
| Autofocus (AF) | Yes | YesNote. See below for further information |
| Built-in Autofocus (AF) Motor | Yes |
No
Requires that the camera has an Autofocus Motor Compatible Cameras for Tamron SP 17-35mm F2.8-4 Di |
| Motor Type | No information | N/A |
| Focus Method | No information | No information |
| Closest Focusing Distance | 20 cm | 30 cm |
| Maximum Magnification | ||
| Macro 1:1 | No | No (No Macro lens) |
Aperture |
Sigma EX 18-50mm F2.8 DC HSM Macro |
Tamron SP 17-35mm F2.8-4 Di |
| Maximum Aperture | F2,8 |
F2,8-4
This lens has a variable aperture at different focal lengths. F2,8 at 17 mm F4 at 35 mm Variable Aperture |
| Diaphragm Blades | No information | No information |
Optics |
Sigma EX 18-50mm F2.8 DC HSM Macro |
Tamron SP 17-35mm F2.8-4 Di |
| Construction | 15 elements / 13 groups | 14 elements / 11 groups |
| Special Elements/Coatings | No information | No information |
Focal Length |
Sigma EX 18-50mm F2.8 DC HSM Macro |
Tamron SP 17-35mm F2.8-4 Di |
| Focal Length | 18-50 mm | 17-35 mm |
| Zoom Range | 32 mm | 18 mm |
| Built-in Teleconverter | No | No |
| Teleconverter Multiplier | N/A | N/A |
| Image Stabilization | No | No |
| Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | N/A | N/A |
Physical |
Sigma EX 18-50mm F2.8 DC HSM Macro |
Tamron SP 17-35mm F2.8-4 Di |
| Weather Sealing | No | No |
| Diameter | 79 mm | 83 mm |
| Length | 85 mm | 86 mm |
| Weight | 535 gr | 440 gr |
Other |
Sigma EX 18-50mm F2.8 DC HSM Macro |
Tamron SP 17-35mm F2.8-4 Di |
| Filter Type | Filter Thread | Filter Thread |
| Filter Diameter | 72 mm | 77 mm |
| Lens Hood | Included | Included |
| Lens Hood SKU | LH780-04 581 | N/A |
| Tripod Collar | N/A | N/A |
| Tripod Collar SKU | N/A | N/A |
| Other | Model A05 |
